Doune Castle is a Medieval courtyard castle castle in Doune, Stirling, Scotland, and a filming location for Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975), Outlander (2014-) and Game of Thrones (2011-2019) among other productions. Dating to the late 14th century, it was designed by Robert Stewart, Duke of Albany.
Location: Castle Hill, Doune, Stirling, Scotland
Verified facts
- Located in Doune, Doune
confidence 90/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-0839, SRC-0840, SRC-3105, SRC-0844 - Designed by Robert Stewart, Duke of Albany
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-0841, SRC-0839 - Built in late 14th century
confidence 75/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-0839, SRC-0842, SRC-3106, SRC-3105 - Historic designation: Scheduled Monument
confidence 80/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-0839, SRC-0843, SRC-6011, SRC-6012 - Appeared in Monty Python and the Holy Grail (movie, 1975)
confidence 90/100 · 6 recorded source groups · SRC-0844, SRC-0840, SRC-1253, SRC-4173, SRC-4321, SRC-9117 - Appeared in Outlander (tv, 2014-)
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-0839, SRC-0844 - Appeared in Game of Thrones (tv, 2011-2019)
confidence 95/100 · 7 recorded source groups · SRC-4173, SRC-4321, SRC-0840, SRC-7345, SRC-9116, SRC-0839, SRC-0844 - Appeared in Outlaw King (movie, 2018)
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-4344, SRC-0839 - Appeared in Ivanhoe (movie, 1952)
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-0839, SRC-10300 - Architectural style: Medieval courtyard castle
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-0844, SRC-0839
Evidence & sources
- SRC-0839 — Doune Castle — Wikipedia (Tier 2, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0840 — Exploring Doune Castle, Scotland — Green Global Travel (Tier 3, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0841 — Doune Castle: History — Historic Environment Scotland (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0842 — Doune Castle — Britain Express (Tier 3, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0843 — Doune Castle — Ancient History Sites (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0844 — Doune Castle — Historic Environment Scotland (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10300 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivanhoe_(1952_film) (Tier 1, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1253 — The Worldwide Guide to Movie Locations — Monty Python and the Holy Grail (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-3105 — Encyclopaedia Britannica — Doune Castle (Tier 2, reference_work; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-3106 — Medievalists.net — Monty Python and the Holy Grail Returns to Doune Castle for 50th Anniversary Screenings (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4173 — visitbritain.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4321 — loveproperty.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4344 — historicenvironment.scot (Tier 1, official; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4822 — Atlas Obscura (Tier 3, press; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4823 — Undiscovered Scotland (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5134 — Living History Archive (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5606 — Your Stirling — Doune Castle (Tier 2, tourism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5607 — Good Journey — Doune Castle (Tier 3, travel_guide; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6011 — Historic Environment Scotland Portal — Doune Castle (SM12765) designation record (Tier 1, government; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6012 — Nordic Visitor — Doune Castle Scotland Travel Guide (Tier 3, travel_media; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-7345 — Offscreen Tourist — Doune Castle: Outlander, Monty Python and Game of Thrones Locations Guide (Tier 3, travel_feature; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-9116 — Historic Environment Scotland — Game of Thrones Kingdom-wide Takeover (news) (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-9117 — The Worldwide Guide to Movie Locations — Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975), Scotland (Tier 2, film_location_database; retrieved June 2026)
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Plan Your Visit
Hours: Daily; 1 Apr-30 Sep 9:30am (last entry 4:45pm); 1 Oct-31 Mar 10am (last entry 3:15pm)
Admission: Online: Adult £10, Concession £8, Child £6; gate prices slightly higher. 25% off if arriving car-free
Frequently asked questions
How is Doune Castle connected to Game of Thrones?
Doune Castle, in Doune, Stirling, has a documented connection to Game of Thrones. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include Ivanhoe, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Outlander, Outlaw King.
How is Doune Castle connected to Ivanhoe?
Doune Castle, in Doune, Stirling, has a documented connection to Ivanhoe. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include Game of Thrones, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Outlander, Outlaw King.
How is Doune Castle connected to Monty Python and the Holy Grail?
Doune Castle, in Doune, Stirling, has a documented connection to Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include Game of Thrones, Ivanhoe, Outlander, Outlaw King.
How is Doune Castle connected to Outlander?
Doune Castle, in Doune, Stirling, has a documented connection to Outlander. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include Game of Thrones, Ivanhoe, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Outlaw King.
Can you visit Doune Castle?
Yes — Doune Castle is open to the public. Hours: Daily; 1 Apr-30 Sep 9:30am (last entry 4:45pm); 1 Oct-31 Mar 10am (last entry 3:15pm). Admission: Online: Adult £10, Concession £8, Child £6; gate prices slightly higher. 25% off if arriving car-free.
Who designed Doune Castle?
Doune Castle was designed by Robert Stewart, Duke of Albany.
Where is Doune Castle located?
Doune Castle is located in Doune, Stirling.